Good morning, Brownsville.

SpaceX settled a lawsuit with Cards Against Humanity over charges it trespassed on the company’s land in Cameron County; the settlement was reached last month and the card company said SpaceX admitted to placing construction materials on the property without permission—letting the company clear the site to restore its natural state.

Denise Garza, trustee for Brownsville ISD, said the bond issue on the November ballot deserves support to secure the future of district students.

She noted enrollment has dropped because of charter school competition + ICE raids that have kept parents from sending their kids to school.

Diana Salinas, a Valley grandmother, delayed a sonogram after her May 2023 mammogram and was later diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer (HR-positive, HER2-negative), undergoing 16 rounds of chemotherapy, a mastectomy, and 30 days of radiation before reaching remission.

She credits her family (including her supportive sister) for her strength and urges women to get regular exams for early detection.

DHR Health Oncology Institute (the only Commission on Cancer-accredited program south of San Antonio) in Edinburg provides top cancer care with a team that helps patients from diagnosis to treatment.

Dr. Gummadi urged residents to get routine mammograms and talk to their doctor if they notice any changes.

Esperanza Homes held a groundbreaking ceremony on October 16 at 4401 La Sienna Pkwy in Edinburg where officials — Nick Rhodes, Shant Samtani, and Mayor Ramiro Garza — started plans for building two new communities.

Sapphire at La Sienna will have a clubhouse, pool, and sports courts while Villas at La Sienna will offer energy-efficient homes, peaceful walking trails, and easy access to N. Expressway 281.

Careers & Coffee 2025 - The Premier Job Expo

9 AM - 4 PM — Brownsville Events Center — Free entry — Discover over 2,000 job openings and network with industry leaders while enjoying coffee.

Blinn Men’s Soccer vs. Texas Southmost College

12:30-3:00 p.m. — Texas Southmost College-Gorgas — Check the website for ticket info — Witness the Blinn College Buccaneers take on the Texas Southmost College Scorpions in an exciting soccer match.

South Padre Island Half Marathon

Half Marathon, 5K — Nov 8th — Isla Blanca Park — Registration fees apply — Participate in an exciting run on the beach and enjoy the beautiful coastal views.

Taylor Swift Candlemusic Concert

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Brownsville Events Center — $45-$65 — Experience a magical evening of Taylor Swift's hits performed by a string quartet in a candlelit setting.

Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More

6:30 p.m. — Historic Alonso Building — Ticket required — Experience the enchanting music of Vivaldi under candlelight in a stunning historical venue.